A GON Reader Asks

Hi Maria,

I am an avid reader of yours and I would like to ask you two things: first how to clean a very dirty glass shower cabin. I have used a lot of products, but nothing seems to really clean. Any ideas? Second I would like to transform a room into a baby's room this year. I want it to be neutral and like the rest of the house, modern and Zen style. I don't like baby rooms with baby decorations. I want it more stylish. Many thanks!

This Reader Question was submitted by:

--Lia Fafouti
Athens, Attiki, Greece


Maria Gracia responds...

Hi Lia,

I'm happy to address both of your great questions...here goes:

SHOWER

Glass shower walls and doors can be challenging to get and keep clean. If you have hard water, cleaning becomes more difficult.

Start with the gentlest treatments, the ones least likely to make things any worse. My personal favorite is a fifty-fifty mix of white vinegar and water, with one or two drops of dish soap added. Spray on the surfaces and let it sit for five or ten minutes, then wipe with a microfiber cloth, using serious elbow grease. Do both inside and outside. You may have to repeat the treatment more than once. If you feel the need for further treatment, spray with window cleaner. Again, wipe with a microfiber cloth, ending with polishing with a dry microfiber cloth. If the fifty-fifty mix did not come close to the results you wanted, try straight vinegar. Some people make a paste of vinegar and baking soda and let it sit on their glass showers for a few minutes before washing and drying with a microfiber cloth.

Avoid abrasive cleaners and sponges as you may scratch or etch the glass. (Is it possible that the previous owner may have damaged the shower glass, by the way? If so, it may need to be replaced.)

If you search using Google, you will find lots of suggestions, including toilet bowl cleaner and hard water dissolvers. I would be cautious. Some things may damage the glass, and moreover, if they drip on your shower floor, tub, or fixtures, they may damage the finish. Even vinegar should be used with care around some surfaces. Be sure to have adequate ventilation.

Once the shower is clean, it is best to try to keep it that way. Probably the ideal method is having everyone use a squeegee on the glass right after their shower. There are also sprays you apply right after showering that help. Or you could wipe with a dry microfiber cloth after each shower.

I would also clean with one of the deeper cleaning methods I mentioned above once a week. I know...this is no fun. But if you do, eventually you may be able to restore it to a much better state, so long as it's not permanently damaged.

BABY ROOM

I love your idea of a neutral, Zen nursery. It sounds like a serene and calming environment for a baby. I would go with quiet colors or natural wood with one or two soft colors for an accent. No deep, dark colors. Perhaps a simple mural on a wall for pattern and interest. Include a soft rug to help you enter and exit quietly. Natural lighting is great, but be sure to be able to block out light when it is sleep time. Soft lighting, or lighting you can dim, would be ideal for other times, especially during the night.

Don't forget to include ways to store toys, diapers, and other baby things so that they do not distract from the tranquil feel you are seeking. Perhaps add some natural sounds, like flowing water, ocean waves, or some other soothing white noise. You can probably find some good inspiration on sites like Pinterest or Houzz.

Best wishes,

--Maria

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